Coordinator Waste Services

Colac Otway Shire; Colac; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Colac Otway Shire in Victoria seeks an experienced waste management professional to lead Council’s waste services and guide the transition to a circular economy. Reporting to the Manager Sustainable Environments, you will oversee kerbside collections, transfer stations, and resource recovery while managing key contractor relationships to ensure compliance and service excellence.

You will apply extensive technical knowledge, strategic leadership, and financial acumen to develop budgets, monitor

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Waste Management, Contract Management, Sustainability, Engineering, or Project Management.
• Proven experience managing complex service contracts, KPI monitoring, and dispute resolution.
• Strong understanding of municipal waste management, kerbside collections, transfer stations, and circular economy.
• Excellent budgeting, data analysis, and grant administration skills.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Implement and review Waste Management Strategy and drive circular economy initiatives.
• Contract & Service Management: Oversee contracted waste services, chair meetings, inspect sites, ensure safety and environmental compliance.
• Data & Innovation: Manage waste apps and dashboards, pursue innovative waste minimisation systems.
• Financial & Project Management: Develop annual budgets, manage grants, oversee end-to-end project delivery.
• Education & Community Engagement: Deliver waste education programs to reduce contamination and promote reuse.

Skills

Contract management

KPI monitoring

Dispute resolution

Stakeholder engagement

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Education

Waste Management

Contract Management

Sustainability

Engineering

Project Management

Job description

Colac Otway Shire is a values-based organisation situated in one of the most picturesque municipalities in Victoria. The Council’s values - supportive, inclusive, respectful, accountable, and progressive - guide their approach to work and community service. By joining Colac Otway, you will become part of a team committed to safe work practices, integrity, and positive community outcomes.

About the Role

Are you passionate about sustainability and the transition to a circular economy? We are looking for an experienced waste management professional to lead Council’s waste services.

Reporting to the Manager Sustainable Environments, you will oversee kerbside waste collections, transfer stations, drop-off operations, resource recovery, and waste reduction opportunities. You will also manage highly important contractor relationships, ensuring that residents receive high-quality waste services that comply with all environmental regulations and legislation.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Strategic Leadership: Implement and review Council’s Resource Recovery and Waste Management Strategy and drive initiatives to transition towards a circular economy.
• Contract & Service Management: Oversee the performance of contracted waste services. Attend and chair contract meetings, conduct site inspections, and ensure strict compliance with safety, environmental standards, and legislation.
• Data & Innovation: Manage Council’s "GoodSort" waste and recycling app, drive improvements in waste monitoring dashboards, and pursue innovative waste minimisation systems.
• Financial & Project Management: Develop annual budgets, manage external grant funding, and oversee end-to-end project delivery (from design and procurement to implementation).
• Education & Community Engagement: Plan and deliver waste education programs designed to reduce contamination and encourage sustainable resource use across the Shire.

About You

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Waste Management, Contract Management, Sustainability, Engineering, Project Management, OR extensive practical experience in a related field.
• Proven experience managing complex service contracts, including procurement, KPI monitoring, and dispute resolution.
• A deep understanding of municipal waste management, kerbside collections, transfer stations, and circular economy principles.
• Highly developed financial and analytical skills, including budget preparation, data analysis, and grant administration.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills to prepare high-quality reports and build strong relationships with contractors, government agencies, and the community.
• A current Victorian Driver Licence.